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Gilpin County Extension delivers on CSU’s land-grant mission by helping to make reliable, science-based resources accessible to all.

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Mountain Horticulture

Gardening in the mountains can be very challenging but it’s still possible to grow wonderful flowers, trees, shrubs, and vegetables. Explore helpful resources and information on a variety of mountain gardening and horticulture topics curated by CSU Extension staff and volunteer master gardeners.

Natural Resources

CSU Extension provides individuals and communities with expertise, resources, and tools to sustainably manage Colorado’s natural resources, wildlife, and ecosystems. Explore programs and services designed to help landowners, communities and individuals manage Colorado’s water resources, forests, rangelands, wildlife habitats, and more.

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A wildfire burns in the foothills near a neighborhood in Colorado

Emergency Planning

CSU Extension connects Coloradans with the expert guidance and practical tools for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery designed to help communities build resilience before disaster strikes. From wildfire prep to flood recovery, CSU Extension is your partner in navigating the unexpected.

Youth Development

When you join 4-H in Gilpin County, you are part of the broader Colorado 4-H youth development community, which includes 10,000+ volunteers and more than 1000,000 youth. 

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